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World Politics & Diplomacy 08 Oct 2026, 03:44 PM IST

Putin Ally Pushes Back on Trump’s Claim That Don Jr. Repaid Wedding Gift

A Kremlin-linked Russian businessman has publicly disputed Donald Trump’s claim that his son, Donald Trump Jr., repaid a lavish wedding gift tied to the family’s 2005 celebrations. The exchange has revived scrutiny of the Trump family’s long-running financial and social ties to figures close to Vladimir Putin’s orbit, while also underscoring how old personal relationships continue to surface in U.S.-Russia political discourse.

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Clean Energy & Climate Transition08 Oct 2026, 12:10 AM IST

Japan’s Asteroid Probe Loses Final Engine, Forcing Engineers Into a High-Stakes Workaround

Japan’s asteroid probe has suffered the loss of its last functioning engine, a setback that would normally threaten the mission’s ability to maneuver and complete its scientific objectives. Engineers are now relying on a carefully designed workaround that could preserve enough control to keep the spacecraft operating, underscoring the resilience required in deep-space exploration.

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Clean Energy & Climate Transition07 Oct 2026, 01:00 PM IST

Doctors Warn of the Worst ER Mistakes Patients Make as Emergency Crowding Grows

Emergency physicians say some of the most common behaviors in crowded emergency rooms can slow treatment, worsen outcomes, and strain already overburdened staff. The warnings come as hospitals worldwide face persistent pressure from rising patient volumes, longer waits, and limited capacity, making informed patient conduct more important than ever.

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Clean Energy & Climate Transition07 Oct 2026, 10:29 AM IST

Doctors Warn Against Common ER Mistakes as Emergency Care Faces Rising Strain

Emergency physicians are again urging the public to avoid a set of preventable mistakes that can slow treatment, endanger patients, and intensify pressure inside already crowded emergency departments. The warning arrives as hospitals worldwide contend with heavier patient loads, longer waits, and a growing need to triage limited resources with precision.

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World Sports05 Oct 2026, 05:06 AM IST

Gen Z Is Treating Sports Betting Like Investing — and Experts See a Growing Risk

Sports betting is becoming increasingly normalized among Gen Z, with surveys suggesting many younger adults now view wagers on games as a form of investment rather than entertainment. Financial and mental health experts warn that this mindset can blur the line between speculation and saving, increasing the risk of debt, compulsive behavior and emotional distress.

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Global Health & Biotech04 Oct 2026, 04:23 PM IST

Trump Redirects Ukraine Arms Aid to Latin America, Triggering Diplomatic Backlash

The Trump administration has moved $52 million in foreign military financing originally associated with Ukraine and European security priorities toward selected countries in Latin America, according to reporting and congressional criticism. The decision has drawn sharp objections from Senate Democrats, who say the reprogramming lacks legal justification and risks weakening U.S. commitments in Europe while bolstering governments with authoritarian tendencies in the Western Hemisphere.

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World Politics & Diplomacy04 Oct 2026, 08:42 AM IST

Court Hears Grisly Details in Abby Choi Murder Case as Prosecution Cites Money Motive

A Hong Kong court has heard disturbing testimony in the murder case of model and socialite Abby Choi, with prosecutors alleging that financial disputes lay at the heart of the killing. The case has drawn intense public attention because of its brutality, the prominence of the victim, and the accusations against her former husband and members of his family.

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World Politics & Diplomacy03 Oct 2026, 11:56 PM IST

Putin Warns West Russia Is Ready to Use Every Weapon to Defend Kaliningrad

President Vladimir Putin has issued a stark warning to Western governments, saying Russia is prepared to use “every weapon” at its disposal to defend the Kaliningrad enclave if it comes under threat. He framed the remarks as a defensive response to statements from Western leaders, insisting Moscow is “not threatening anyone” even as the language sharply escalated tensions over one of Europe’s most militarized flashpoints.

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Clean Energy & Climate Transition03 Oct 2026, 03:18 PM IST

Scientists Say the Solar System May Have a Far Shorter Lifespan Than Once Thought

New research highlighted by The Independent suggests the solar system’s ultimate demise could arrive much sooner than long-standing estimates implied, though still on timescales far beyond human civilization. The findings sharpen scientific understanding of stellar evolution and planetary survival, with implications for how astronomers model the long-term fate of Earth and the wider cosmic neighborhood.

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World Politics & Diplomacy03 Oct 2026, 02:57 PM IST

Hong Kong Court Hears Grisly Details in Abby Choi Murder Case

A Hong Kong court has heard disturbing allegations in the killing of model and socialite Abby Choi, including claims that parts of her body were found in a pot of carrot soup. Prosecutors say the murder was driven by money and followed a detailed plan involving her ex-husband and members of his family.

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Defence, Intelligence & Aerospace03 Oct 2026, 08:56 AM IST

SpaceX Details Pre-Launch Medical Intervention as Crew-13 Mission Marks Another Milestone in Human Spaceflight

SpaceX has described a surgical intervention involving a crew member before the launch of its latest mission, underscoring the medical scrutiny that now surrounds commercial human spaceflight. The mission also carries historical significance: with Crew-13, Jessica Watkins became the first Black woman to lead a mission into space, adding another landmark to the company’s expanding role in NASA’s crewed operations.

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Frontier AI & Machine Learning03 Oct 2026, 08:56 AM IST

Meta Opens Muse to Developers, Betting Its AI Can Spread Beyond Headsets

Meta is moving to widen the reach of Muse, its generative AI system, by releasing code that could help developers embed the technology in consumer devices far beyond the company’s own hardware ambitions. The strategy signals a push to make Muse a platform layer for everyday electronics, from televisions to small appliances, while accelerating adoption through open access rather than proprietary lock-in.

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Clean Energy & Climate TransitionJust now (07:41 AM IST)

Scientists Warn Solar System May Face Earlier-Than-Expected Collapse Risk

New scientific analysis suggests the solar system may not remain stable for as long as once assumed, raising fresh questions about the long-term fate of planets, orbits and the Sun’s gravitational order. While the prospect remains far beyond any human planning horizon, the findings sharpen debate over how stellar evolution, orbital chaos and external cosmic forces could reshape the architecture of our planetary system sooner than previous estimates implied.

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